Samson Sakoane's Consulting

My Consulting Services

I had the opportunity to work for IDC as an Associate Director Consulting and Research, and that has helped me to learn the following critical competencies, which help me to drive impactful results in consulting and research:

  • Spearheading and managing end-to-end consulting and research projects across Sub-Saharan Africa, aligning deliverables with IDC’s global standards of excellence.

  • Delivering actionable insights across a range of technology domains, including cloud solutions, IoT, unified communications, and cybersecurity, empowering clients to make data-driven decisions.

  • Conducting market intelligence studies and competitive landscape analyses, providing tailored recommendations to senior executives in the public and private sectors.

  • Enhancing project turnaround and research quality by streamlining methodologies, incorporating advanced data analytics, and ensuring alignment with client objectives.

  • Supporting IDC’s business growth by fostering strong client relationships, collaborating with sales teams, and securing new consulting engagements in emerging markets.

  • Leading multi-disciplinary teams to execute strategic initiatives, ensuring the timely delivery of high-impact results that supported operational improvements and long-term business growth.

Skills:

  • Strategic Advisory and Technology Consulting

  • Market Intelligence and Industry Research

  • Project Management for Complex Consulting Engagements

  • Advanced Data Analytics and Research Methodologies

  • Stakeholder Engagement and Relationship Management

  • Custom Technology Solutions Implementation

Accomplishments:

  • Optimized Research Deliverables: Reduced project turnaround time by 20% through the adoption of efficient research tools and processes.

  • High-Impact Advisory Services: Provided strategic recommendations that led to measurable client outcomes, including increased market share and operational efficiencies.

  • Thought Leadership: Authored and contributed to market reports and white papers that positioned IDC as a trusted authority in emerging technology trends.

  • Innovative Solutions: Identified opportunities for leveraging AI and big data analytics to enhance IDC’s research capabilities, resulting in more precise forecasting models.